Field Notes

When I got an email about “Asana and Architecture”, a monthly yoga class held at the National Building Museum, I couldn’t resist. Washington, D.C. routinely scores as one of America’s fittest cities – we like our workouts. It’s also a city that is teeming with museums. And full of nerds like me that wouldn’t mind combining the two.

Beth A. Wolfe, the instructor behind kitten yoga and goat yoga, led us through an energizing all-levels class in the light-drenched great hall of the museum. There were plenty of modifications for both beginner and expert yogis, and the only pose I had to worry about was savasana. Because I had a hard time keeping my eyes closed. Because look at this place!

If you’re in the DC area, or plan to visit soon, you’re in luck! The aptly-named “Asana and Architecture” is a monthly shindig and it includes a tour of the museum! Check out the building museum’s calendar for more info.

Field Note: Asana and Architecture was last modified: February 3rd, 2018 by LNWC

You know that awesome feeling you get when you put your hand into the pocket of a coat you haven’t worn in awhile and you pull out a dollar? This is like that, but with photos, and 1000x better.

I was rooting around some photos that were backed up on my computer and found some photos from Ireland 2015 that I thought were lost! This includes some amazing drives like Slea Head, the Dingle Penninsula, and the Ring of Kerry, as well as…

PUPPIES!!

This cute little photo was shot at a sheep farm in County Galway, a lovely place called Joyce County Sheepdogs. This family-run farm breeds sheepdogs and also provides an amazing herding demonstration with their dogs and herd of sheep. Joe, a third generation sheep farmer and owner of Joyce County, is inspiring to watch and his bond/communication with his dog is unlike anything I’ve ever seen.

Get ready for lots of Ireland posts y’all – hope you enjoyed this quick taste of things to come!

Having just finished my 2nd round of Whole30, I’ve had some time to evaluate my eating habits. Or… in some cases, lack of habits. Convenience definitely drives a lot of my choices before dinner, and having to make every.single.meal. on Whole30 definitely was a struggle for me.

So this time around, I gave Territory Foods, a meal service, a shot. Each meal is prepared by a local chef with input from a nutritionist, and you can customize suggestions based on your dietary needs. Territory offers meals each week that are Whole30 compliant as well as vegan, paleo, low carb, etc. Not only was it amazing to not have to make every single meal, but everything was DELICIOUS. To top it off, they have all of your macros listed on the container, and they enter the nutrition info into MyFitnessPal so you can track your calories if you wish.

Now that Whole30 is over, I’m still saving time (and at least 2 random grocery store visits a week) by using Territory for lunches. If I don’t have a plan I end up snacking or running to the grocery store while hungry… that doesn’t usually end in healthy choices 😐 If you’re in the DC area its worth a shot if you’re looking for delicious, healthy meals that fit your macros. You can even get a free meal with the code SAMPLER.

Field Note: Territory Foods was last modified: September 26th, 2017 by LNWC

Last night I had the opportunity to watch an incredible performance by Ed Sheeran while seated in the “The Sky Box”. To be clear, The Sky Box isn’t a private suite, it’s the affectionate nickname given to the seats we had: very last row in the top tier, back against the furthest wall from the stage. Technically, I suppose they were some of the worst seats in the house.

But Ed Sheeran puts on such a fantastic performance that it didn’t matter AT.ALL.

I can attest, as a person in the literal back row, that he had the crowd, all the way to the final row, standing up and dancing. We stood, we danced, we sang ourselves hoarse. A man a few rows over screamed “I LOVE YOU ED!”. We didn’t miss a thing.

It’s unbelievable the energy he was able to keep up while putting on a performance with no band to lean on – just a guitar and loop pedal. The guy is unbelievably talented.

Plus, we got to see/experience the incredible AV show that this tour puts on. Serious props to the lighting guys, it was pretty amazing.

If you have a chance, take a listen to his new album, Divide. And don’t be afraid to dance even if you’re in the last row 🙂

Field Note: Ed Sheeran Concert was last modified: February 3rd, 2018 by LNWC

About Me

LNWC, the Sampler

When I was little I wanted to be a ballerina. And White House Press Secretary. Maybe a vet. And an Architect...
Turns out I became a graphic designer, but I still like to know a little about everything. This is why my family jokingly calls me "the sampler", a nickname I have embraced.
So... here's an account of the random adventures, hobbies, travels, obsessions, lessons, etc.